Lake Butler ( Butler Chain of Lakes)
Lake Butler or the Butler Chain of Lakes is made up
of 11 interconnected lakes totaling 4,720 acres in
Orlando. Boat access is available only at ONE county
ramp (Lake Islesworth just south of Windermere) and
public bank access is almost non-existent.
Orange County charges a launch fee at the Lake
Islesworth ramp and the ramp is not open after dark.
The chain is primarily known for its excellent
largemouth bass fishing. Most successful bass
anglers pay attention to the bottom contours of the
lake’s offshore structure where 4- to 5-pound bass
are commonly produced.
Live shiners free-lined over grass edges, humps,
ledges, and drop‑offs adjacent to spawning flats is
one method to consistently catch quality bass in the
winter/spring (Try Lake Butler). Jigging spoons
fished over deep-water humps can produce 50-fish
days when the water gets cold and fish congregate
tightly (Try Little Lake Down).
The R.D. Keene ramp at Lake Islesworth (Butler
Chain) costs $5/day or $150/year for use of the
ramp. Call Orange County at 407-876-6696 (Wed - Sat)
for questions regarding R.D. Keene ramp. |
